DC IN 18V 3A
User Manual
EUROPORT EPA40
40-Watt Handheld PA System with Microphone and Rechargeable Battery
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EUROPORT EPA40 User Manual
1. Read these instructions.
2. Keep these instructions.
3. Heed all warnings.
4. Follow all instructions.
5. Do not use this apparatus
near water.
15. The apparatus shall be connected to
a MAINS socket outlet with a protective
earthing connection.
16. Where the MAINS plug or an
appliance coupler is used as the
disconnect device, the disconnect device
shall remain readily operable.
Important Safety
Instructions
6. Clean only with dry cloth.
Terminals marked with this
symbol carry electrical
current of sufficient
7. Do not block any ventilation
openings. Install in accordance with the
manufacturer’s instructions.
8. Do not install near any heat sources
such as radiators, heat registers, stoves,
or other apparatus (including amplifiers)
that produce heat.
9. Do not defeat the safety purpose
of the polarized or grounding-type plug.
A polarized plug has two blades with
one wider than the other. A grounding-
type plug has two blades and a third
grounding prong. The wide blade or the
third prong are provided for your safety.
If the provided plug does not fit into
your outlet, consult an electrician for
replacement of the obsolete outlet.
10. Protect the power cord from being
walked on or pinched particularly at
plugs, convenience receptacles, and the
point where they exit from the apparatus.
magnitude to constitute risk of electric
shock. Use only high-quality professional
speaker cables with ¼" TS or twist-
locking plugs pre-installed. All other
installation or modification should be
performed only by qualified personnel.
LEGAL DISCLAIMER
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS AND
APPEARANCES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE
WITHOUT NOTICE AND ACCURACY IS NOT
GUARANTEED. BEHRINGER IS PART OF
THE MUSIC GROUP (MUSIC-GROUP.COM).
ALL TRADEMARKS ARE THE PROPERTY
OF THEIR RESPECTIVE OWNERS.
This symbol, wherever it
appears, alerts you to the
presence of uninsulated
dangerous voltage inside the enclosure -
voltage that may be sufficient to
constitute a risk of shock.
MUSIC GROUP ACCEPTS NO LIABILITY
FOR ANY LOSS WHICH MAY BE
This symbol, wherever it
appears, alerts you to
important operating and
maintenance instructions in the
accompanying literature. Please read
the manual.
SUFFERED BY ANY PERSON WHO RELIES
EITHER WHOLLY OR IN PART UPON
ANY DESCRIPTION, PHOTOGRAPH
OR STATEMENT CONTAINED HEREIN.
COLORS AND SPECIFICATIONS MAY
VARY FROM ACTUAL PRODUCT.
11. Use only attachments/accessories
specified by the manufacturer.
Caution
To reduce the risk of electric
shock, do not remove the
MUSIC GROUP PRODUCTS ARE SOLD
THROUGH AUTHORIZED FULLFILLERS
AND RESELLERS ONLY. FULLFILLERS
AND RESELLERS ARE NOT AGENTS OF
MUSIC GROUP AND HAVE ABSOLUTELY
NO AUTHORITY TO BIND MUSIC GROUP
BY ANY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED
UNDERTAKING OR REPRESENTATION.
THIS MANUAL IS COPYRIGHTED.
NO PART OF THIS MANUAL MAY BE
REPRODUCED OR TRANSMITTED IN ANY
FORM OR BY ANY MEANS, ELECTRONIC
OR MECHANICAL, INCLUDING
12. Use only with
the cart, stand,
top cover (or the rear section). No user
serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing
to qualified personnel.
tripod, bracket,
or table specified by
the manufacturer,
Caution
or sold with
To reduce the risk of fire or
the apparatus. When a cart is used,
use caution when moving the cart/
apparatus combination to avoid injury
from tip-over.
electric shock, do not expose
this appliance to rain and moisture.
The apparatus shall not be exposed to
dripping or splashing liquids and no
objects filled with liquids, such as vases,
shall be placed on the apparatus.
13. Unplug this apparatus during
lightning storms or when unused for long
periods of time.
PHOTOCOPYING AND RECORDING OF
ANY KIND, FOR ANY PURPOSE, WITHOUT
THE EXPRESS WRITTEN PERMISSION OF
MUSIC GROUP IP LTD.
Caution
14. Refer all servicing to qualified
service personnel. Servicing is required
when the apparatus has been damaged
in any way, such as power supply cord or
plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled
or objects have fallen into the apparatus,
the apparatus has been exposed to rain
or moisture, does not operate normally,
or has been dropped.
These service instructions
are for use by qualified
ALL RIGHTS RESERVED.
service personnel only. To reduce the
risk of electric shock do not perform any
servicing other than that contained in the
operation instructions. Repairs have to be
performed by qualified service personnel.
© 2012 MUSIC Group IP Ltd.
Trident Chambers, Wickhams Cay,
P.O. Box 146, Road Town, Tortola,
British Virgin Islands
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EUROPORT EPA40 User Manual
LIMITED WARRANTY
carefully. Registering your purchase and
equipment with us helps us process your
which is not the country for which
the product was originally developed
§ 1 Warranty
repair claims quicker and more efficiently. and manufactured, this modification/
This limited warranty is valid only
(1)
Thank you for your cooperation!
adaptation shall not be considered a
defect in materials or workmanship.
This limited warranty does not cover
any such modification/adaptation,
regardless of whether it was carried out
properly or not. Under the terms of this
limited warranty, MUSIC Group shall not
be held responsible for any cost resulting
from such a modification/adaptation.
if you purchased the product from a
MUSIC Group Authorized Reseller in the
country of purchase. A list of authorized
resellers can be found on BEHRINGER’s
website behringer.com under “Where to
Buy“, or you can contact the MUSIC Group
office closest to you.
§ 3 Return materials
authorization
To obtain warranty service,
(1)
please contact the retailer from
whom the equipment was purchased.
Should your MUSIC Group Authorized
Reseller not be located in your vicinity,
you may contact the MUSIC Group
Authorized Fulfiller for your country
listed under “Support” at behringer.com.
If your country is not listed, please check
if your problem can be dealt with by our
“Online Support” which may also be
found under “Support” at behringer.com.
Alternatively, please submit an online
warranty claim at behringer.com BEFORE
returning the product. All inquiries must
be accompanied by a description of the
problem and the serial number of the
product. After verifying the product’s
warranty eligibility with the original
sales receipt, MUSIC Group will then
issue a Return Materials Authorization
(“RMA”) number.
MUSIC Group* warrants the
(2)
mechanical and electronic components
of this product to be free of defects in
material and workmanship if used under
normal operating conditions for a period
of one (1) year from the original date
of purchase (see the Limited Warranty
terms in § 4 below), unless a longer
minimum warranty period is mandated
by applicable local laws. If the product
shows any defects within the specified
warranty period and that defect is
This limited warranty covers only
(3)
the product hardware. It does not cover
technical assistance for hardware or
software usage and it does not cover
any software products whether or not
contained in the product. Any such
software is provided “AS IS” unless
expressly provided for in any enclosed
software limited warranty.
This limited warranty is invalid if the
(4)
factory-applied serial number has been
altered or removed from the product.
not excluded under § 4, MUSIC Group
shall, at its discretion, either replace or
repair the product using suitable new or
reconditioned product or parts. In case
MUSIC Group decides to replace the
entire product, this limited warranty
shall apply to the replacement product
for the remaining initial warranty period,
i.e., one (1) year (or otherwise applicable
minimum warranty period) from the date
of purchase of the original product.
Free inspections and maintenance/
(5)
repair work are expressly excluded from
this limited warranty, in particular,
if caused by improper handling of the
product by the user. This also applies
to defects caused by normal wear and
tear, in particular, of faders, crossfaders,
potentiometers, keys/buttons,
guitar strings, illuminants and
Subsequently, the product must be
(2)
returned in its original shipping carton,
together with the return authorization
number to the address indicated by
MUSIC Group.
similar parts.
Upon validation of the warranty
(3)
Shipments without freight prepaid
(3)
Damage/defects caused by the
(6)
claim, the repaired or replacement
product will be returned to the user
freight prepaid by MUSIC Group.
will not be accepted.
following conditions are not covered by
this limited warranty:
§ 4 Warranty Exclusions
•
•
•
improper handling, neglect or
failure to operate the unit in
compliance with the instructions
given in BEHRINGER user or
service manuals;
This limited warranty does not cover
Warranty claims other than those
(1)
(4)
consumable parts including, but not
limited to, fuses and batteries. Where
applicable, MUSIC Group warrants the
valves or meters contained in the product
to be free from defects in material and
workmanship for a period of ninety (90)
days from date of purchase.
indicated above are expressly excluded.
PLEASE RETAIN YOUR SALES RECEIPT.
IT IS YOUR PROOF OF PURCHASE COVERING
YOUR LIMITED WARRANTY. THIS LIMITED
WARRANTY IS VOID WITHOUT SUCH
PROOF OF PURCHASE.
connection or operation of the
unit in any way that does not
comply with the technical or safety
regulations applicable in the
§ 2 Online registration
This limited warranty does not cover
(2)
country where the product is used;
the product if it has been electronically
or mechanically modified in any way.
If the product needs to be modified
or adapted in order to comply with
applicable technical or safety standards
on a national or local level, in any country
Please do remember to register your
new BEHRINGER equipment right after
your purchase at behringer.com under
“Support” and kindly read the terms
and conditions of our limited warranty
damage/defects caused by acts of
God/Nature (accident, fire, flood,
etc) or any other condition that is
beyond the control of MUSIC Group.
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Any repair or opening of the
§ 7 Limitation of liability
(7)
unit carried out by unauthorized
personnel (user included) will void the
limited warranty.
This limited warranty is the complete
and exclusive warranty between you
and MUSIC Group. It supersedes all other
written or oral communications related
to this product. MUSIC Group provides no
other warranties for this product.
If an inspection of the product by
(8)
MUSIC Group shows that the defect in
question is not covered by the limited
warranty, the inspection costs are
payable by the customer.
§ 8 Other warranty rights
and national law
Products which do not meet the
terms of this limited warranty will
(9)
This limited warranty does not
(1)
exclude or limit the buyer’s statutory
rights as a consumer in any way.
be repaired exclusively at the buyer’s
expense. MUSIC Group or its authorized
service center will inform the buyer of
any such circumstance. If the buyer fails
to submit a written repair order within
6 weeks after notification, MUSIC Group
will return the unit C.O.D. with a separate
invoice for freight and packing. Such costs
will also be invoiced separately when the
buyer has sent in a written repair order.
The limited warranty regulations
(2)
mentioned herein are applicable unless
they constitute an infringement of
applicable mandatory local laws.
This warranty does not detract from
(3)
the seller’s obligations in regard to any
lack of conformity of the product and any
hidden defect.
MUSIC Group Authorized Resellers
(10)
§ 9 Amendment
do not sell new products directly in online
auctions. Purchases made through an
online auction are on a “buyer beware”
basis. Online auction confirmations
or sales receipts are not accepted for
warranty verification and MUSIC Group
will not repair or replace any product
purchased through an online auction.
Warranty service conditions are subject
to change without notice. For the
latest warranty terms and conditions
and additional information regarding
MUSIC Group’s limited warranty,
please see complete details online at
behringer.com.
* MUSIC Group Macao Commercial Offshore
Limited of Rue de Pequim No. 202-A,
Macau Finance Centre 9/J, Macau,
§ 5 Warranty transferability
This limited warranty is extended
exclusively to the original buyer
including all MUSIC Group companies
(customer of authorized reseller) and is
not transferable to anyone who may
subsequently purchase this product.
No other person (reseller, etc.) shall be
entitled to give any warranty promise on
behalf of MUSIC Group.
§ 6 Claim for damage
Subject only to the operation of
mandatory applicable local laws,
MUSIC Group shall have no liability to
the buyer under this warranty for any
consequential or indirect loss or damage
of any kind. In no event shall the liability
of MUSIC Group under this limited
warranty exceed the invoiced value of
the product.
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EUROPORT EPA40 User Manual
Important notes concerning installation
1. Introduction
◊
The sound quality may diminish within the range of
powerful broadcasting stations and high-frequency sources.
Increase the distance between the transmitter and the
device and use shielded cables for all connections.
◊
The following user’s manual is intended to familiarize you
with the unit’s control elements, so that you can master
all the functions. After having thoroughly read the user’s
manual, store it in a safe place for future reference.
1.1.3 Online registration
1.1 Before you get started
1.1.1 Shipment
Your product was carefully packed at the factory to ensure safe
transport. Nevertheless, if the box is damaged inspect the unit
immediately for signs of damage.
Please register your new BEHRINGER equipment right after your
conditions of our warranty carefully.
Should your BEHRINGER product malfunction, it is our intention
to have it repaired as quickly as possible. To arrange for warranty
service, please contact the BEHRINGER retailer from whom the
equipment was purchased. Should your BEHRINGER dealer not
be located in your vicinity, you may directly contact one of our
subsidiaries. Corresponding contact information is included in
the original equipment packaging (Global Contact Information/
European Contact Information). Should your country not be listed,
please contact the distributor nearest you. A list of distributors can be
found in the support area of our website (http://behringer.com).
◊
If the unit is damaged please do NOT return it to us,
but notify your dealer and the shipping company
immediately; otherwise, claims for damage or replacement
may not be granted.
◊
◊
Always use the original box to prevent damage during
storage or transport.
Make sure that children cannot play unsupervised with the
unit or its packaging.
Registering your purchase and equipment with us helps us process
your repair claims more quickly and efficiently.
◊
◊
Please ensure proper disposal of all packing materials.
Rechargeable batteries must not be disposed of with
household waste. Please take rechargeable batteries which
are defective or no longer needed to a municipal or retail
collection point. Rechargeable batteries must be discharged
before being disposed of at a municipal or retail collection
point. Rechargeable batteries which are not completely
discharged must be protected against short-circuiting.
The poles or electrical contact surfaces can be insulated with
adhesive tape.
Thank you for your cooperation!
2. Control Elements and Connections
(1) LOUDSPEAKER.
(2) CARRY HANDLE.
(3) HOLES FOR SHOULDER STRAP.
(4) The rotary MIC LEVEL control allows you to adjust the
volume level.
1.1.2 Initial operation
(5) The POWER switch turns the device on and off. When turned on,
the LED of the POWER switch lights up.
◊
CAUTION! Before using the apparatus, you must charge
the rechargeable battery for at least four hours. To charge,
connect the apparatus to the provided power supply.
The CHARGE LED indicates the battery’s status. The battery is
fully charged when the LED stops flashing.
◊
Please note: The POWER switch does not fully disconnect
the unit from the mains. To disconnect the unit from the
mains, pull out the main cord plug or appliance coupler.
When installing the product, make sure the plug or
appliance coupler is readily operable. Unplug the power cord
when the unit is not used for prolonged periods of time.
Make sure you provide adequate ventilation. Do not place the device
on top of a power amplifier or near a radiator to avoid overheating.
(6) The CHARGE LED flashes yellow as long as the rechargeable
battery is charging. It goes out when the battery is
fully charged.
To power the EPA40, use only the power supply unit that is delivered
with your equipment.
The battery must not be exposed to extreme heat (sun, open fire
and similar risks)! The capacity of the battery may diminish at
low temperatures.
(7) The LOW BAT LED indicates that the rechargeable battery needs
to be charged.
(8) Connect the supplied BEHRINGER XM1800S microphone to the
MIC IN input.
◊
CAUTION! The device is capable of producing extreme
volume levels. Please keep in mind that high sound pressure
levels not only impair the hearing, but can also cause
permanent damage. Keep the volume at an appropriate
level at all times.
◊
Never hold the microphone directly in front of the
loudspeaker. Feedback hazard! When operating the device,
keep the microphone behind the loudspeaker to
avoid feedback.
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(9) You can connect an external sound source (CD player,
MP3 player, etc.) to the LINE IN input.
3. Specifications
Inputs
(3)
(2)
(3)
MIC IN
LINE IN
¼" TRS jack, unbalanced
1/8" jack, unbalanced
Output
Output power
Loudspeaker
40 W
5" full-range speaker
Microphone
DC IN 18V 3A
Type
BEHRINGER XM1800S,
dynamic
Pickup pattern
Cable length
Hyper-cardioid
3' spiral cable
System Data
(1) (4) (5) (8)(9)(10) (7) (6)
Fig. 2.1: Side view of the EPA40
(11)
Power supply
with built-in
rechargeable battery
Rechargeable battery type
Charging time
12 V DC / 2600 mAh
approx. 4 h
(10) Connect to the power supply via the polarized DC IN connector.
A fitting power adapter is supplied. Use the device only with the
included power supply.
Battery operating time
External recharger type
Mains voltage
up to 8 h
(11) COMPARTMENT FOR BATTERY AND SHOULDER STRAP.
To insert the battery, open the compartment’s cover.
18 V DC / 3 A
100 - 240 V~, 50/60 Hz, 1.5 A
(Switching mode adaptor)
The bottom half of the compartment is used for the battery.
Open the latch to access the battery compartment.
Insert the battery as follows: The terminals must face the device
with the positive terminal (red) on the side of the EPA control
panel (to the left, as seen from the rear panel). Insert the
battery and close the latch. Close the battery compartment.
Mains connector
Standard IEC receptacle
Physical/Weight
Dimensions (H x W x D)
approx. 8.5 x 7.1 x 11.2"
approx. 217 x 180 x 284 mm
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◊
Insert the rechargeable battery with the terminals
connected to the correct polarity.
Weight (without power supply) approx. 7 lbs / 3.20 kg
BEHRINGER is constantly striving to maintain the highest professional standards. As a result of these
efforts, modifications may be made from time to time to existing products without prior notice.
Specifications and appearance may differ from those listed or illustrated.
Remove the rechargeable battery when the device is not to
be used for a long period. Store the rechargeable battery in
an upright position (with the terminals facing upward).
The device’s SERIAL NUMBER is found on the bottom side of the unit.
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